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  1. In terms of economics, collaborating with a supplier such as Electrify America or EVgo might enhance a small business's earnings; nevertheless, the expenses associated with self-installation and maintenance of the equipment may not be justifiable unless the products offered provide substantial profit margins. One spot where I use my complimentary EVgo charging is a WaWa gas station equipped with EVgo DCFC in the parking lot. Every motorist I've observed, every time I have been there charging, including myself, goes inside the WaWa and spends money while waiting for their car to charge. I think that many of the same drivers with an internal combustion engine car often refuel without entering the store. So the charging has boosted their customer base, but if they had the spend the tens of thousands of dollars to build and maintain the chargers how many slurpees would they have to sell to repay that cost? Walmart on the other hand, may be able to pull it off. With quarterly sales of $169 billion, they can sustain the infrastructure without significantly impacting their profit margins. A trapped buyer would also likely spend a lot more money while waiting than a few bucks on food and beverages. While perusing the aisles of Walmart while your wait to charge, you may see several impulse items that you may want but do not necessarily need, and for which you would not have made a dedicated trip to Walmart.
  2. To play the devil's advocate, Google indicates that the first Tesla chargers were placed in September 2012. These chargers are in their second decade of use. This marks the inception of contemporary charging, particularly from Google's perspective: The initial electric vehicle chargers were implemented in the early 1900s, with firms such as General Electric establishing public charging stations, termed "Electrant" stations, predominantly situated in New York City, facilitating rudimentary recharging of electric vehicles; thus, signifying the inception of public charging infrastructure for electric automobiles.
  3. Greetings, Thank you. Messaging you is not feasible. Could you please send me a message?
  4. Greetings, everyone. I am seeking a Capristo exhaust for my 2018 Audi R8. It is essential that it is not the competition version; it must possess street acceptance. If someone wants to sell one of those items and is willing to ship to Germany, please inform me. 🙏🏽🙏🏽 Remain safe, everyone, and thank you.
  5. If the blower has malfunctioned and requires replacement, it is located in the rear right corner of the engine compartment, namely on the passenger side, opposite the glovebox across the firewall in left-hand drive vehicles. Uncertain if it has been relocated to the other side on a right-hand drive model. Refer to the figure below, which has an arrow indicating the back of the engine compartment. Was it emitting a buzzing sound before the current problem arose? If it was humming, this often indicates the course filter is degrading, allowing leaves and other debris to enter the blower (#1 in the image below), which may ultimately lead to blower failure if not cleaned. However, it may also be the regulator (shown as #2 in the figure below) if the blower is malfunctioning; hence, a complete replacement may not be necessary, just a minor component, contingent upon the findings from the diagnostic assessment.
  6. If you are unable to identify the issue yourself, you need a reputable private repair business. The video above serves as a first reference. I concur that replacing a 10-year-old battery (or batteries) is my first recommendation. I assume you intended to convey that the automobile has two batteries, rather than indicating that you are on the second replacement. The sporadic nature of the issue indicates a poor connection (ground or power), a short circuit, or a parasitic draw; nevertheless, parasitic draw often does not resolve for extended periods before reemerging. Components often do not resume operation intermittently, followed by more failures. It is advisable to examine your battery after a complete charge using a DC volt-ohm meter, and then reassess it while the engine is operating to confirm alternator output. Seek a voltage range of 14 to 14.5 volts at 2000 RPM with a functioning battery. Such difficulties may perplex skilled mechanics. You will certainly want the wiring diagrams to do the task alone. Possibly an ammeter as well. If the car has been used in the rust belt, corrosion in the wiring harnesses is probable.
  7. The truck operated well, but after stopping for petrol and returning to the vehicle, I had misfires, poor running, and limited performance. After doing extensive diagnostics, I discovered the presence of coolant in cylinder 6 and a smaller amount in cylinder 4. After thoroughly removing all the dirt and debris, I started the vehicle and it operated smoothly and without any issues for a duration of 40 minutes. There were no warning signs or check engine lights, and no signs of smoke. The only indications observed were a rough idle and the emission of coolant vapour or a noticeable coolant odour upon first startup. After operating the vehicle for 40 minutes, I released the pressure in the cooling system by removing the reservoir lid and let the car to cool overnight. Today, I examined cylinders 4 and 6 and found that they lack moisture. It has been verified that there is a leaking head gasket that allows coolant to enter the cylinder while the engine is turned off. When the engine is heated and not operating, the cooling system pressure propels the coolant into the cylinder. The absence of combustion bubbles in the coolant and the lack of oil or coolant mixing in any system indicate that the leak is likely to be minor in size. I believe I am a suitable candidate for the head gasket sealer endeavour. Theoretically, it should infiltrate the gap between the water jacket and the cylinder, where the breach is located, and undergo solidification over a few drive cycles when it comes into contact with the exhaust gases, and so on. If I choose to do this task, I will thoroughly record my progress and provide a detailed report afterwards.
  8. By chance, I began looking about resolutions and stumbled into the blue devil HG sealer. Intrigued, I started perusing the testimonies. They have made significant progress from their early days of using sawdust. They are likely silicates that undergo combustion when exposed to the combustion gases, resulting in the formation of a glass barrier at the leak. Given its few side effects, this seems to be the first course of action to be pursued. Now I only need to choose which one. I do not have any plans to tow or go on extended journeys with this vehicle, since it was never my aim. Merely confined to a certain area and providing a sense of ease and convenience. Are you familiar with the blue devil brand?
  9. This information is excellent. Your observation is accurate. The vehicle operates well without any issues. The coolant is replenished once the engine is undergoing the cooling process. As I am already 4400 units deep into it, I would consider listing it for sale, informing potential buyers of the existing high-grade (HG) concerns, and assessing the offers I get. I believe that the investment of time and money will not provide a worthwhile consequence. I am little angry, but that is the nature of things. Thank you once again for the information. The automobile was experiencing a cyl6 misfire current, with the check engine light blinking while attempting to drive, and the limited performance indicator also flashing. When the vehicle was not in motion, the limited performance issue resolved itself and the engine light remained on without flashing.
  10. The substance contained in the cylinder is a vibrant orange coolant. Can coolant enter the cylinder via the intake system? The vehicle exhibits no signs of smoke during operation. I successfully drove a distance of 3 miles to the petrol station, but encountered a problem on my way back. The oil is devoid of impurities and free from any coolant contamination, while the coolant seems to be a vibrant orange colour and is also free from any impurities.
  11. I have also purchased the Teslong camera from Amazon. That is currently under progress. I am uncertain whether investing in a complete reconstruction is financially justifiable. Regardless of the repairs, the truck may not retain its worth. I shall proceed incrementally. I need this automobile to be functional for local travels and other purposes, since it will be the third car for my household. It will not exceed an annual mileage of 4000 miles anymore. I really oppose the idea of doing a rebuild. If it becomes necessary, I would likely choose to sell the item instead. Indeed, the vehicle with a price tag of 3700 dollars had just one previous owner and was in great condition. I have included an image. It is commendable that you brought up Chevrolet, GMC, and other similar brands. Although I have a preference for GMC, I have always been fond of the aesthetic appeal of the RR Sport HSE. Currently, I am in the process of doing an LS1 engine swap on my 1969 Camaro. Therefore, I would want to focus most of my time and financial resources on this project. This vehicle was a risky proposition with an equal chance of success or failure. The vehicle stayed stationary for a duration of 1 year, during which it was said to have been operational but had limited performance and misfires. While searching, one tends to anticipate negative outcomes. However, I have come across several blogs where individuals have replaced faulty injectors and coils, resulting in significant improvements. I am optimistic that this is the situation in this particular instance. I will ensure that this remains up to date. Dislike coming over unresolved old threads.
  12. Thank you for responding. The timing was adjusted 30,000 miles ago and the engine remains quiet at warm idle. Currently, I lack a camera with the capability to capture images from an upward perspective. However, I want to promptly get such a camera today. It would be advantageous to have this here. I want to ensure that the vehicle is really worth renovating before investing too much effort into it. My strategy involves removing all 8 plugs and visually inspecting each cylinder for the presence of gasoline. Additionally, I will examine the valves using the newly acquired camera. If all components seem to be in satisfactory condition, I will replace the current injectors and coils with the new ones. I purchased the vehicle for a sum of $3700. Currently, after accounting for the cost of the replacement components and title work, my total expenditure amounts to $5400. Not bad. If I am able to get optimal performance by installing the new injectors and coils, I will continue with the current course of action. Does the pooling of gasoline serve as a definitive indication of faulty injectors? I am optimistic about this since it seems that several individuals have had a malfunctioning problem due to faulty injectors.
  13. Below is a hyperlink to the video footage captured by the camera installed in Cylinder 6. When I agitate the RR, the movement of the fluid becomes visible.
  14. Greetings, I just bought a 2013 Range Rover Sport HSE 5.0 naturally aspirated petrol variant made for the United States market. The previous owner drove the vehicle for a total of 175,000 miles before experiencing issues such as limited performance misfire on all cylinders, random misfire, and misfire within the first 1000 revolutions after starting. Subsequently, he left it parked with a depleted fuel tank for about one year. I visited their residence, replaced the battery, and successfully started its operation. I transported it home using a caravan and started the process of diagnosing the issue. I refuelled the vehicle with 93 octane petrol and added one bottle of injector cleaning. The vehicle operated well for 5 minutes till reaching the petrol station, but while returning, I had limited performance and a blinking check engine light. The current code indicates a misfire in cylinder 6. All of the misfire codes described above are considered permanent codes. My current progress includes removing the 02 sensors, which seem to be functioning well in terms of cycling. The fuel pressure seems to be in good condition. The rail pressure is 3000 kPa while the engine is at idle. I emptied the oil to inspect for any signs of contamination from coolant or fuel, but it does not seem to be polluted. The user disconnected the spark plugs on the driver bank (left side in the USA) cylinders 2, 4, and 6, and saw the accumulation of gasoline in cylinders 4 and 6. Can we conclude that these are faulty injectors? I am certain that they are authentic. Will the gasoline leak if the coil is faulty? I am willing to do any suggested testing, however, I would appreciate input from anyone that has knowledge and experience with these engines. Thank you.
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